Novolog is a fast-acting insulin that provides meal-time sugar control. It can cause low blood sugar, so make sure you know what the symptoms are and always have a source of sugar nearby.

Insulin is the most effective blood sugar-lowering medicine. When used correctly, it'll lower blood sugar every time you use it and prevent the harmful effects of high sugar levels on your organs and blood vessels.

Novolog is a fast-acting insulin that provides sugar control after meals.

Dose can be easily adjusted to make a customized regimen that's tailored to your body.

Starting insulin early in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes can maintain your body's insulin-producing cells and slow down disease progression.

Okay to use even if you have liver or kidney problems, unlike most other blood sugar-lowering medicines.

Tip: Always talk with your doctor before you take any medication while pregnant.

FDA pregnancy category for Novolog

BProbably safe

Food

Short-acting insulin good for blood sugar control around meal times.

Novolog is a fast-acting insulin that provides sugar control after meals.

Not sure

Worked well

Some hassle

Take your blood sugar before meals and 2 hours after
Sliding scale works best for me
Keep glucose tablets on hand
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Kidneys and liver

Okay to use even if you have liver or kidney problems, unlike most other blood sugar-lowering medicines.